Your Opportunity to Review Proposed Changes to the 2020 National Model Building Codes
As advocates for excellence and innovation in the heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning industry, your insights and expertise are invaluable. HRAI invites you to participate in the public review of the proposed changes to the National Model Codes 2020. This process allows industry stakeholders to shape the future of building standards across the country.
The National Model Codes serves as the cornerstone for the design and construction of buildings throughout Canada, playing a pivotal role in ensuring safety, accessibility, and sustainability in our built environment. It is imperative that industry professionals have the opportunity to provide feedback and contribute to its development to reflect the latest advancements and best practices in the field.
To participate in the public review process:
- Review the Draft: Access the draft of the proposed changes to the National Model Codes 2020 and accompanying documents on the National Research Council of Canada's website.
- Submit Your Comments: Provide specific and constructive feedback using the designated channels outlined on the NRC website, ensuring to provide rationale for your suggestions.
- Stay Informed: Keep abreast of announcements and developments related to the public review process to ensure your contributions align with the latest information.
HRAI has identified some key proposed changes that will be of interest to the HVACR industry.
Change #
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Page start
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Code Reference(s)
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Subject
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Title
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1830
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254
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.
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Energy Efficiency for Houses
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Energy Performance Tier 5 of the Prescriptive Path
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2004
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315
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Operational GHG Emissions: Tiered Performance Requirements
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2026
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340
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Operational GHG Emissions: Tiered Prescriptive Requirements
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2011
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374
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.4.2. NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.10. NECB20 Div.B 6.2.2.1.
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Service Water Heating Equipment Efficiency Table
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Updated Performance Metric for Heat Pump Water Heaters
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1890
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403
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.2.
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Energy Efficiency for Houses
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Energy Conservation Points for Energy Performance Tiers 3, 4 and 5
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1838
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414
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.5. NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.7. NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.9.
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Prescriptive Trade-off Path
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Energy Conservation Points for HRVs/ERVs and the Building Envelope
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2000
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430
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.9.
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Prescriptive Trade-off Path
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Energy Conservation Points for Oil-fired Furnaces
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2001
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435
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NBC20 Div.B 9.36.8.9.
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Prescriptive Trade-off Path
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Energy Conservation Points for Air-Source Heat Pumps
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1828
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458
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NBC20 Div.B 10.9.36.
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Alteration of Existing Buildings
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Alteration of HVAC Systems
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1989
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482
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NECB20 Div.A 1.3.3.1.
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Application of a New Part on Operational Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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1859
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524
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NECB20 Div.B 5.1.1.2. NECB20 Div.B 13.5.
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Alteration of Existing Buildings
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Alteration of HVAC Systems
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2003
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536
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NECB20 Div.B 11
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Operational GHG Emissions: Tiered Performance Requirements in the NECB
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1864
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598
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NECB20 Div.C 2.2.
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Alteration of Existing Buildings
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Alteration of HVAC Systems
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1690
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657
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NPC20 Div.A 1.4.1.2.
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Defined Terms
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Condensate Drainage
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Industry participation in this process is vital, and we encourage you to seize this opportunity to make a difference. The public review is open until April 29th. Please submit comments before the deadline.
For more information, contact Gautham Shine, 1-800-267-2231 ext. 239 or email gshine@hrai.ca.
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